2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
