2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown 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 102 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 534 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |