1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
