1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 790 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
