2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 439 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
