2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
