1991 Holden Apollo vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jaguar XK weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo, 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Apollo | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
