2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda RX-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Discovery | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
