2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 847 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
