2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 73 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
