2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2190 mm |
