2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 920 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
