1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ6 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
