1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 382 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKR | 245 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
