1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 16 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
