2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
