2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 24 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 394 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 245 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
