1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 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 |
