1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 718 kg more than 1984 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 420G | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
