1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 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, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | 240 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |