1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | MK II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1450 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 |
