2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |
