2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 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 31 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 933 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |