1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 363 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
