2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 447 kg more than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |