2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | R-D6 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
