1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Kingswood | XJS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |