1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 26 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 575 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore. 2007 Jaguar XK 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. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2007 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
