1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | 616 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
