1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 740. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | MK X | 740 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
