2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Jaguar | Holden |
Model | XK | Commodore |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |