2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 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 (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
