1980 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1828 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. 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 Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 323 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | 323 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |