2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Colorado | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
