1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 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 94 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | V70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
