1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 434 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 140 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
