1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 40 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 538 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 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | 240 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
