2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |