2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 240 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
