2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Colorado | P5B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
