1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
