1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 715 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 91 L |
