2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair 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 46 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 266 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
