1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
