1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XK |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
