2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
