2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 347 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
