2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 395 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
