1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 499 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
