2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |