1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | Vanden Plas | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
