2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 128 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 939 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |