1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 587 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | MK IX | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |