2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 76 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
