2000 Holden Astra vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2000 Holden Astra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 607 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK IX 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 1959 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Astra | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
