1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 814 kg more than 1964 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
