2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
