1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
