1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Type S | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
