2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
