1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Volvo S70 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 309 kg more than 2000 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK VIII | S70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
