1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 20 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 1968 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Jaguar | Saab |
Model | 240 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |