1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
