1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJS | V90 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |