1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 36 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | 240 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |