2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.

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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1990 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Tahoe Mustang
Year Released 2000 1990
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 2301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2292 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm