1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 759 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
