1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Commodore | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Commodore | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |