1985 Holden Drover vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 890 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 2013 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Drover | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2752 mm |
