2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
