1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | Kensington | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
