1976 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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 (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Torana | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
