1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 48 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Because 1968 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | 240 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |