1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 21 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 (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJS | B2300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |