2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 193 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Holden Commodore (352 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
