1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 960 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
