1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 13 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 60 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
