1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | FF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
