2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 571 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
