1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1573 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | MX-3 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |