2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 215 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |