2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 795 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
