1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1991 Jaguar XJS and 1991 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 202 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1991 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJS | 626 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |