1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 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 (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | 929 | XK |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2752 mm |
