2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 212 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | 929 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |