1985 Holden Drover vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 896 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Drover | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
