2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
