1998 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 901 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda 323. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda 323 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:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mazda | Land Rover |
| Model | 323 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
