1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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 MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
