2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina 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 123 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 845 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
