1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 930 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
