1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1991 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1991 Jaguar XJS and 1991 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 856 kg more than 1991 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Corsa, 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 XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 1991 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJS | Corsa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |