2005 Honda Lagreat vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 37 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 522 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Lagreat | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Lagreat | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
