2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang 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 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 950 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. 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 1989 Ford Mustang. 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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
