1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | A 109 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
