2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |