2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
Model | Colorado | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |