1983 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore. 1983 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2752 mm |
