1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 279 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
