1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 28 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Rover 400, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | 240 | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |