1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 422 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XKR | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
