2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 572 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3300 mm |
