1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 267 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Frontera |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |