2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
