2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century. 1973 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
