2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | LR3 | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |