2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 321 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
