1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 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 159 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1563 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 1600 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 | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
Model | Tahoe | 1600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 130 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |