2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
