1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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 S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
