1979 Volvo 260 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 260 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
| Model | 260 | XF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2908 mm |
