1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 889 kg more than 1968 Jaguar Type S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | Type S | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
