1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett 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 (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 1985 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
