2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Cortina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |