2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
