2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Tahoe | Ventora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |