1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2900 mm |
