1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 18 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
