1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 67 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lagonda | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
