1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
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 XK8 (393 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
