2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 20 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 510 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | X-Type | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
