2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
