2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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 XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
