1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
