1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 846 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-3 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | RX-3 | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
