2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 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 124 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000.
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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
