1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
