1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ220 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1540 mm |
