1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
