2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 592 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3140 mm |
