1987 Holden Drover vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Drover | XK |
Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |