1977 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 380 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |