2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander 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 Freelander (240 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
