2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
