1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TA 21 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
