1989 Holden Barina vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 743 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina, 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 XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Barina | XK |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2600 mm |
