2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 486 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2510 mm |
