1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 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 116 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
