1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 1984 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK VIII | 240 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
