1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
