2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
