1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
