1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK IX | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
