2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Colorado | Brougham |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5025 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |