2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
