2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 191 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | 17 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |