2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette 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 119 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 601 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (252 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colorado | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
