2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 217 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 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3080 mm |
