1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allegro | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
