1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS 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 191 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 384 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |
