2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Citroen LN
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 477 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | LN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
