1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 16 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
