1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 and 1991 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJR-15 | Astra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |