1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | 140 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
