2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 111 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 673 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
