2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 298 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
