1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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 (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJS | 760 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |