2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 502 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3100 mm |
