1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 49 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 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 498 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | 109 | 3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |