2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 996 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Jaguar XJ220 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Jaguar Mazda
Model XJ220 Familia
Year Released 2001 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3492 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 390 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 1077 Nm 81 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 2230 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2200 mm


 

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