2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |