1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | MK VIII | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
