1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK VIII | Levante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2230 mm |
