1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 917 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |