2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5042 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2900 mm |
