2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 981 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | LR3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
