1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Defender | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
