2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 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 49 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
