1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Volvo S70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 124 kg more than 1998 Volvo S70.
Because 1986 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 1986 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70, 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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | S70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
