2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 909 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
