2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | 121 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
