1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1966 Volvo 144 is newer by 14 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 144 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
