2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Magna 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 64 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 353 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
