1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XF |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
