2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ8 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
