1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
