1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 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 320 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2008 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | A 109 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
