1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 38 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
