2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 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), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 40 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
