1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 13 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 171 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 480 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
