1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 796 kg more than 1966 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
