2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus 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 194 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
