2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra 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 126 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 522 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
