2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 286 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1986 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 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 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 | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |