1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
