1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Commodore | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
