2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 687 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
