2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Tahoe | TD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |