1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 314 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ220 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
