2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 724 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
