2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord 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 55 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 458 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
