1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mazda Familia 2011 Land Rover LR2
Make Mazda Land Rover
Model Familia LR2
Year Released 1972 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 3200 cc
Horse Power 49 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1908 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2659 mm


 

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