1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 533 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
