1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
