1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK VIII | 245 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
