2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 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 226 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 4, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
