2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 41 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
