1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 159 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | E-Type | 245 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
