2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 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 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 1986 Mazda 929. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
