1985 Holden Drover vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 13 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 880 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 1998 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Drover | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |
