2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z 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 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
