2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 141 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 741 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
