1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 787 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
