2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | Midge |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |