1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 20 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
