2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1630 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 |
