2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
