2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |