1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 142 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJS | Volare |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
