2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 551 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |