2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 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 33 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 221 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. 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 (252 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
