1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
