1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 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 XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
