1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 43 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | 240 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2425 mm |
