1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1966 Volvo 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | MK II | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |