2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tahoe | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |