1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 969 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJR | Torana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
