1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-01. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | RX-01 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 104 L |
