1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 15 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 118 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 927 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |