2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 109 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
