2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 629 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
