1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 32 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240.
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, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 240 | Protege |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
