1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 77 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
