1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 28 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
