2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 121 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
