1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
