2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2300 mm |
