1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jaguar 240 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | 240 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 91 L |