2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
