1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jaguar 240 | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | 240 | 343 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |