1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | 240 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
