1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 438 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Saloon | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |