1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 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 (331 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
