1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 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 199 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 948 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | 420G | 66 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
