1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 23 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
