2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
