1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 316 kg more than 1981 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
