2002 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 22 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 205 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ6 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
