1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJR | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |