1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | Type S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
