1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJS | 66 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |