2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Alpine 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) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Renault Alpine. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Alpine.
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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Alpine. (204 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1978 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
