2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 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 94 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 196 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | 140 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
