1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Sunbird | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2752 mm |