1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3050 mm |
