1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 664 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XJR |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
