2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 792 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Suburban | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |