1995 Mazda RX-01 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 RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | RX-01 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
