1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 334 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model Type S Highlander
Year Released 1968 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1626 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 73 L


 

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