1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | S-Type | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
