2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Tahoe | Minx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
