1959 Jaguar XK 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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XK | 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 | 220 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |