2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 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 | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
