1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 207 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 730 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | Vanden Plas | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
