2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 126 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | LR3 | Montrose |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |