2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra 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 126 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 852 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |
