2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 58 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |