1974 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Torana | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3157 mm |
