2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 908 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
