1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 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 191 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 630 kg more than 1983 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
