2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Saab 90
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 90 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 75 more horse power than 1986 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 561 kg more than 1986 Saab 90. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 90. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Colorado | 90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
