1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Volvo 244 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 102 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 244 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
