2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |