1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda RX-4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
