1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
