1989 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsa | XF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2909 mm |
