2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 840 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
