2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 391 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | S800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
