1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | MK II | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
