1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 733 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
