1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 88 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
