2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
