2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | RX-3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |