1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 627 kg more than 1968 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 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 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 |
