1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Celica |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |