1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XJS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
