2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
