1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJS | 929 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |