2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 (447 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
