2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 374 kg more than 1977 Opel Commodore. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Commodore. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
