1999 Holden Astra vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Astra | Kensington |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
