2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1972 Reliant Rebel. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Rebel. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Rebel. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1972 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1972 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Reliant |
| Model | Tahoe | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
