2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
