1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V70 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | 240 | V70 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |