1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 240 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
