2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 533 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XKR | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
