2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 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 167 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 130 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota MR2 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 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
