1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 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 94 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 905 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Tahoe | 604 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
