1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1961 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 205 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XK | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |