1986 Holden Camira vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Camira | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Camira | MK II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
