2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. 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 1984 Ford Meteor. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
