2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
