1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Valiant | 240 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
