2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |