2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |