2001 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 374 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Monza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| 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 | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
