2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 596 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | X-Type | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
