2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 660 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
