2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 118 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Colorado | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |