1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (377 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | MPV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
