1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 998 kg more than 1990 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fairlane | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2946 mm |