1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 198 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | 960 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
