1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 687 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJR | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | XJR | Luce |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |