2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline 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 98 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1483 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
