1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | 420G | 240 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
