1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
