1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
