2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 208 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
