1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1961 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1961 Mitsubishi A10
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Tahoe A10
Year Released 1999 1961
Engine Size 5698 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 34 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2325 kg 475 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 3150 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2070 mm


 

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