1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 245 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
