2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 60 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
