1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
