1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1952 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1952 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1952 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1952 Holden FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
