2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 166 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 402 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
