1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 803 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |