1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 46 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | S90 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
