2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp has manual transmission. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tahoe | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
