2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |