2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5733 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |