1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 33 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
