1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 18 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | 240 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
