1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJS | 164 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |