2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 971 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Colorado | Elan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
