1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, both 1989 Jaguar XJR and 1989 Volvo 440 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 198 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Jaguar XJR | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJR | 440 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |