2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | 929 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |