2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 830 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. 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 1993 Mazda 626. 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 (407 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 626 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |