2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 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 (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |