2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore 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 59 more horse power than 1971 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
