1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 83 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 103 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJS | Omega |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |