1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | Kensington | S80 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |