2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 88 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Colorado | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
