2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 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 144 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 245 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
