2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 81 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
