1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 46 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 52 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 152 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | 626 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
