1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
