1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | 240 | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |