1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 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 442 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJ220 | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |