2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza 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 (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XKR | Monza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
