2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Tahoe | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |