2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 758 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
