1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XJ6 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
