1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Berlina | XJS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |