1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ220 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
