1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 720 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK X | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
