1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Monza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
