2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2950 mm |
