2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
