2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 254 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
