2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2980 mm |
