1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
