2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ8 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
