1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90.
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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK V | V90 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
