2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 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 130 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 121. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | LR3 | 121 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| 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 | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
