1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
Model | RX-7 | Defender |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |