1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ6 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
