2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
