1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |