1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 635 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
