2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 857 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
