1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 880 kg more than 1962 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, 1964 Jaguar MK X (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK X | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK X | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
