1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 17 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 571 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XJR |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
