1977 Holden GTS vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | GTS | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
