1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 282 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar XK | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Frontera |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |