1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ6 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
