2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 826 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Colorado | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
