2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 325 kg more than 1948 Morris Six. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Six has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1948 Morris Six | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Tahoe | Six |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |