1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJS | Kadett |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |