1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | 240 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |