2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 35 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 131 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
