1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. 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 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJ6 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2918 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |