1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Minor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |
