1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 27 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 420G | Antara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
