2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 221 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 959 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
