2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XKR | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
