2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger 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 (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 700 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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 1986 Dodge Charger. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
