1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | 929 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3157 mm |
