1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 157 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
