2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 950 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Tahoe | Fregate |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |