1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. 2007 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Mark IV | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2770 mm |
