1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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 134 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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 1996 Mazda 626. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
