1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 805 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
Model | 626 | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2752 mm |