2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | Newport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3020 mm |
