1986 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 935 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Drover | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |
