2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 286 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
