2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon 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 (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 184 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |