1997 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 278 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265. 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 265 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
