1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 534 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | MK X |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4142 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
