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 @ 5600 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. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 366 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 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 | 2769 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
