1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 43 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, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 480 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 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Tata |
Model | 240 | Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |