2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 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 22 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2479 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
