1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 615 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Kadett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |