2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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 Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery 3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
