1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 26 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 (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 483 kg more than 1985 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 (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 1985 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
