1974 Volvo 164 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 313 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 164 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
| Model | 164 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
