1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 23 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 124 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
