1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT 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 XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT.
Because 1989 Subaru XT 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 XT 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | 240 | XT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
