1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo

To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1977 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1977 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 1977 Suzuki Cervo
Make Jaguar Suzuki
Model Vanden Plas Cervo
Year Released 1999 1977
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3996 cc 539 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 52 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 535 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2040 mm