1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 35 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 (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 82 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 240 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
