2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Colorado | P5B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
