1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ6 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
