1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
