1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Land Rover Discovery | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |