2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. 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 1972 Honda 1300. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |
