2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 78 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 895 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
