1978 Holden GTS vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | GTS | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
