2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Colorado | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1568 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 39 L |
