1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord 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 126 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ6 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
