2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 353. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Tahoe | 353 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
