1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
