1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Monaro | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 3239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 299 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |