2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 948 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | El Camino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
