2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 101 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 633 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
