1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1979 Volvo 164
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 164.
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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 164. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 1979 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJS | 164 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3350 mm |