1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
