1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 543 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Suburban | MK IX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |