2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 308 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
