1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1985 Holden Statesman. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
