1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 715 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
