2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 645 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
