1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | 240 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
