1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri 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 87 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri 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 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Capri |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |