2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 38 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 627 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
