1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
