1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR-11 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1440 mm |
