1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Volvo 240. 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
