1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ6 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
