2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 524 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
