2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
