1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 10 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 52 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | 818 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
