1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
