1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | Drifter |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2604 cc |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |