2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 261 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
