1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro 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 232 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |