1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 21 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Volvo 265. 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 (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | MK II | 265 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |