1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ6 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
