1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Volvo 265. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 265 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
