1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Kingswood | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
