2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 96 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Colorado | Volare |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |