2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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 198 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 969 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
