1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (221 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | 109 | 6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |