1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 67 L |
