2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Granada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |