1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
