1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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 XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | 245 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
