1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
