2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Tahoe | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |