1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 428 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK X | 760 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 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 | 1890 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
