2002 Jaguar XK vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
