1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 66 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
