1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (172 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 501 kg more than 1991 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | MK X |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
