2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | S-Type | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
