1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
