1968 Jensen FF vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 1991 Volvo 850 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 850. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | FF | 850 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
