2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Honda Life

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life 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 254 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1802 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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 1974 Honda Life. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1974 Honda Life
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Tahoe Life
Year Released 2000 1974
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 283 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 28 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 67 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 50.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2292 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2090 mm


 

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