2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 216 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 244 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
