2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Suburban | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2190 mm |