2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1979 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | 245 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
