1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 279 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | E-Type | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
