2006 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Accord | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |