1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 630 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJR-11 | 940 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 801 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |