1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 42 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
Model | 240 | Equator |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |