2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
