2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | 245 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
