1985 Holden Drover vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 800 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 2001 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2001 Jaguar XJ 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. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Drover | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
