1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Kingswood | XJ |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |