1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |