2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 449 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
