2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda MX-6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover Sport | MX-6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 640 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |