2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2550 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
