2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 40 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Equinox | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
