1970 Holden Torana vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Torana | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
