2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 755 kg more than 1977 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
