2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino 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) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | El Camino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
