2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 368 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Austin |
| Model | Colorado | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
