2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
