2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 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 82 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 51 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 911 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 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
