2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 157 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
