2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 433 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
