1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 77 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 253 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | 626 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
