1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 155 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | 240 | 205 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |