2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tahoe | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |