1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | Mark IV | Camira |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2580 mm |
