1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
