1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 592 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar MK V | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK V | 929 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
