1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1856 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-3 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | RX-3 | Defender |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |