2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
