1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 924 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fairlane | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |