1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
