1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 139 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
