1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 422 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Astro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
