2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKR | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
