1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 198 kg more than 2004 Holden Monaro. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJR | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
