2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf 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 39 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 843 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colorado | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
