2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 823 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2480 mm |
