2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 56 kg more than 1981 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
