2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 786 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Colorado | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
