2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 215 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Corona
Year Released 2000 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 283 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2292 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2530 mm


 

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