1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 981 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
