1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | 240 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
