1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 578 kg more than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (201 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | Cosmo | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3157 mm |
