2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (244 Nm). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2012 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
