2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
