1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | Chante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
