1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1522 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda RX-4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-4 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | RX-4 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |