1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 17 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 159 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 488 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | 420G | 240 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |