1977 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 323 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | 323 | Defender |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 983 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 812 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |