1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 610 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
