2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 240 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 79 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 228 kg more than 1990 Volvo 240. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 240. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
