1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 935 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
