1956 Ford Popular vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Popular | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2946 mm |