1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 928 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |