1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 37 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | 240 | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |